Opportunity Information: Apply for PA 07 400
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- The National Institutes of Health in the health sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Young Children with Mild to Severe Hearing Loss (R21)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 93.173 Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders.
- This funding opportunity was created on Dec 5, 2008 and posted on Jul 13, 2007.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Multiple Receipt Dates See Link to Full Announcement for details.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $200,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education Small businesses Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Public and State controlled institutions of higher education For profit organizations other than small businesses State governments Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
- Foreign institutions are eligible to apply.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Young Children with Mild to Severe Hearing Loss (R21) funding opportunity (PA-07-400) is a National Institutes of Health program administered through the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD). It supports exploratory, early-stage research focused on infants and young children who have mild to severe hearing loss. The central aim is to stimulate studies that address important gaps in knowledge about identification, assessment, development, intervention, and outcomes for this population. A specific emphasis is also placed on creating, refining, or modifying measurement tools that work well for very young children, since standard assessment approaches can be difficult to apply reliably in infants and toddlers and may not capture meaningful changes in development over time.
The award uses the NIH Exploratory/Developmental Grant mechanism (R21), which is designed for projects that are innovative, pilot-oriented, or developmental in nature and that may generate preliminary data or proof-of-concept findings that can later be expanded into larger projects. This announcement is described as running in parallel with a scientifically identical companion opportunity that uses the traditional NIH Research Project Grant mechanism (R01), listed as PA-07-399. In practical terms, the R21 pathway is meant for applicants who want to test new ideas or build foundational methods and tools, while the companion R01 opportunity supports more mature, fully developed research programs on the same topic area.
Funding under this announcement is not guaranteed each cycle; awards depend on the availability of NIH funds and on whether enough high-quality applications are submitted. The listed award ceiling is $200,000, and there is no cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning applicants are not required to contribute non-federal funds to receive support. The opportunity is categorized as discretionary and falls under the health research activity area, with CFDA number 93.173 (Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders). The solicitation was originally posted July 13, 2007, later archived on November 16, 2010, and it used multiple receipt dates rather than a single annual deadline, with applicants directed to the full announcement for exact submission schedules.
Eligibility is broad and includes many organization types: public and state-controlled institutions of higher education, private institutions of higher education, nonprofit organizations (including both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3) entities), for-profit organizations (including small businesses and other for-profits), and state governments, among others as specified in the full text. Foreign institutions are also explicitly eligible to apply, which opens participation to international research groups and collaborations. Overall, this FOA is best understood as a targeted NIH research invitation aimed at improving what is known and what can be measured in early childhood hearing loss, with a strong interest in practical, child-appropriate assessment tools and developmental research that can shape better clinical and educational outcomes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name and number of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled Young Children with Mild to Severe Hearing Loss (R21) and is identified as PA-07-400.
Which agency and institute administer this opportunity?
This is a National Institutes of Health (NIH) program administered through the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD).
What is the main purpose of this grant?
The purpose is to support exploratory, early-stage research focused on infants and young children with mild to severe hearing loss, especially studies that address key knowledge gaps in identification, assessment, development, intervention, and outcomes.
What types of research topics does the FOA emphasize?
The FOA emphasizes studies related to:
- Identification of hearing loss in infants and young children
- Assessment approaches appropriate for very young children
- Developmental trajectories in early childhood hearing loss
- Interventions for infants and toddlers with hearing loss
- Outcomes associated with different approaches to identification, assessment, and intervention
Is there a special focus within this funding opportunity?
Yes. A specific emphasis is placed on creating, refining, or modifying measurement tools that work well for infants and toddlers, since standard assessment methods may be difficult to apply reliably at very young ages and may not detect meaningful developmental changes over time.
What grant mechanism does this opportunity use?
This opportunity uses the NIH Exploratory/Developmental Grant mechanism (R21).
What kinds of projects are a good fit for an R21 under this FOA?
The R21 mechanism is intended for projects that are innovative, pilot-oriented, or developmental. Under this FOA, that includes early-stage studies that may produce preliminary data, proof-of-concept findings, or foundational methods/tools that could later be expanded into larger research efforts.
Is there a companion funding opportunity related to this one?
Yes. This FOA runs in parallel with a scientifically identical companion opportunity using the R01 mechanism: PA-07-399.
How is the R21 opportunity different from the companion R01 opportunity?
Based on the description provided, the R21 pathway is meant for applicants who want to test new ideas or build foundational methods and tools, while the companion R01 supports more mature, fully developed research programs in the same topic area.
What is the maximum award amount listed for this opportunity?
The listed award ceiling is $200,000.
Is funding guaranteed each cycle?
No. Awards depend on the availability of NIH funds and whether a sufficient number of high-quality applications are submitted.
Is there any cost-sharing or matching requirement?
No. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement; applicants are not required to contribute non-federal funds to receive support.
How is this opportunity categorized (type and activity area)?
The opportunity is categorized as discretionary and falls under the health research activity area.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The CFDA number is 93.173, labeled Research Related to Deafness and Communication Disorders.
When was the opportunity posted and when was it archived?
It was originally posted on July 13, 2007 and later archived on November 16, 2010.
Does this FOA use a single annual deadline?
No. It used multiple receipt dates rather than a single annual deadline, with applicants directed to the full announcement for the exact submission schedule.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is broad and includes many organization types, including:
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Nonprofit organizations (both 501(c)(3) and non-501(c)(3))
- For-profit organizations (including small businesses and other for-profits)
- State governments
- Other organization types as specified in the full announcement
Are foreign (non-U.S.) institutions eligible to apply?
Yes. Foreign institutions are explicitly eligible, allowing international research groups and collaborations to apply.
What population should the proposed research focus on?
The research focus is on infants and young children who have mild to severe hearing loss.
Why does the FOA highlight measurement tool development for infants and toddlers?
The FOA notes that standard assessment approaches can be difficult to apply reliably in infants and toddlers and may not capture meaningful changes in development over time, so it encourages measurement tools designed or adapted specifically for very young children.
What is a practical way to think about the intent of this FOA?
It is a targeted NIH research invitation aimed at improving what is known and what can be measured in early childhood hearing loss, with strong interest in practical, child-appropriate assessment tools and developmental research that can shape better clinical and educational outcomes.
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